SIBU (Aug 29): Sibu District Education Office deputy officer (Student Development Sector) Kong Chiong Hui stressed the importance of nurturing youths to become disciplined, patriotic, and responsible digital citizens. Speaking at the Jiwa@Komuniti Madani National Day and Malaysia Day 'Safe Internet Campaign' at SK Sentosa here yesterday, he lauded the joint effort of the Sibu [...] The post Nurture youths to become disciplined, patriotic, responsible digital citizens, says education ..

SIBU (Aug 29): Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) Central Youth chairman councillor Kevin Lau said Sarawak is merely pursuing its rights to fair distribution and safeguarding the state's future through the formation of Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros). He said recent remarks by former Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Legal and Parliamentary Affairs) Datuk Mohd [...] The post SUPP Youth chief: Petros crucial to safeguard Sarawaks rights, fair resource ..

KUCHING (Aug 29): Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong has urged Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian to break his silence on the long-awaited Sarawak Cancer Hospital, questioning whether the issue was even raised during the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) meeting in Putrajaya on Aug 11. "It has now been two weeks since the MA63 [...] The post Violet Yong presses Dr Sim for answers on long-awaited Sarawak Cancer Hospital appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (Aug 29): Pakatan Harapan (PH) Sarawak secretary Alan Ling has called on Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) to review its policy to better protect property owners who unknowingly fall victim to electricity theft syndicates. Ling said he recently received a complaint from a homeowner in Vista Perdana here, who claimed to have been victimised after [...] The post Review SEB policy to protect innocent landlords from power theft syndicates, says PH Swak appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BINTULU (Aug 29): Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang yesterday inspected the newly completed drainage project at the Anglican Cemetery here. He was accompanied by his service centre team, representatives of the cemetery committee, and officers from the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID). Pang noted that the cemetery had long faced poor drainage, with heavy [...] The post Flooding woes at Bintulu Anglican cemetery resolved with new drainage system appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (Aug 29): The Incentive Awards Ceremony for Outstanding SPM 2024 students at SMK Lopeng Tengah reflects the school's continuous commitment to recognising and appreciating students' academic achievements, said Minister of Transport Dato Seri Lee Kim Shin. Officiating at the event yesterday, Lee congratulated the students for their excellent results in last year's SPM examination, [...] The post Outstanding SPM achievers honoured at SMK Lopeng Tengah awards ceremony ..

CHANGSHA (Aug 29): For his first trip to China, Park Jun-min from the Republic of Korea (ROK) headed straight to Zhangjiajie, the "Avatar" city known worldwide for its dreamlike landscape. "It is incredible! I thought I was prepared after seeing photos and videos, but being here in person, surrounded by soaring peaks and mist-shrouded cliffs, [...] The post China's Avatar city Zhangjiajie rises as a global tourism magnet appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BEIJING (Aug 29): Bent over a luminous vase of pink peonies, a young craftsman guided his enameling tool patiently, practiced circles at a factory in central Beijing, breathing new life into China's cloisonn tradition. At Beijing Enamel Factory, cloisonn, which was more broadly used in jewelry and metalware in the ancient royal court, now quietly [...] The post Traditional crafts weave modern stories in Beijing appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 28): The Dewan Rakyat today passed the Gig Workers Bill 2025, a move Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi described as a crucial step toward ensuring social protection for more than 1.2 million Malaysians in the gig economy. He said the bill reflects the Madani government's commitment to formally [...] The post Gig Workers Bill passed to provide social protection for 1.2 mln workers, says DPM appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BUSAN (Aug 28): Some 50 members of the Malaysian diaspora in this city gathered here today in a programme organised by the Malaysian Embassy in Busan to ignite the spirit of patriotism in conjunction with the 68th National Day celebration. The event was also attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Transition and [...] The post DPM Fadillah joins Malaysian diaspora in Busan for National Day event appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Aug 28): The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) needs to prosecute those behind illegal moneylending advertisements instead of merely removing such ads, said Democratic Action Party Socialist Youth (Dapsy) Sarawak treasurer Wong King Yii. Citing Section 22 of the Local Authorities (Cleanliness) By-Law 1999, he said no person is allowed to display posters or banners [...] The post Prosecute, not just remove illegal moneylending ads, Dapsy tells MPP appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MINNEAPOLIS (Aug 28): Investigators were seeking to find out why a heavily armed shooter opened fire on children at a church service in Minneapolis on Wednesday, killing two pupils and wounding 17 people in the latest violent tragedy to jolt the United States. City police chief Brian O'Hara said that the attacker sprayed bullets through [...] The post Motive probed for US mass shooting that killed two children, injured 17 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Aug 28): Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) personnel rescued a three- year-old boy from inside a locked car here today. The department in a statement said it received a call for help at 8.18am and rushed a team from the Sibu Jaya fire station to Lorong 2A in Sibu Jaya. "The boy was trapped inside [...] The post Bomba rescues 3-year-old boy trapped in locked car in Sibu Jaya appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

TAWAU (Aug 28): The High Court here today sentenced 13 male students of Lahad Datu Vocational College to prison for the murder of fellow student Mohammad Nazmie Aizzat Mohd Narul Azwan, 17, last year. Judge Datuk Duncan Sikodol ruled that 12 child offenders be detained in prison at the pleasure of the Sabah Yang Dipertua [...] The post 13 college students jailed for murder of peer appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BELAGA (Aug 28): A man who threatened to kill his older brother for wanting to report him to the police was sentenced by the Magistrates' Court here Tuesday to 10 months in jail. Magistrate Romario Jonoi convicted Gandhi Katan, 24, from Sungai Koyan on his own guilty plea to a charge under Section 506 of [...] The post Belaga man jailed 10 months for threatening brother over plan to report him to police appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Aug 28): A man caught gambling online in public was fined RM1,500 in default one month in prison after pleading guilty at the Magistrates' Court here today. The 44-year-old was charged under Section 7(2) of the Common Gaming Houses Act 1953, which carries a fine not exceeding RM5,000 or imprisonment for up to six [...] The post Man in Kuching pleads guilty to online gambling charge, fined RM1,500 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Aug 28): The Magistrates' Court here today fined a man RM500 in default two days' imprisonment for possessing 12,900 cartons of contraband cigarettes. Magistrate Nuraini Ahmad meted out the fine after Chieng Kai Shyang, 30, pleaded guilty to a charge under Section 37(1) of the Sarawak Minor Offences Ordinance 1958. The Section provides for [...] The post Man fined RM500 for possessing illicit ciggies in Kuching appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Aug 28): Sarawak is strengthening its collaboration with Penang in the semiconductor sector as part of Malaysia's wider push to position itself as a regional high-technology hub. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said the partnership would draw on Penang's established electronics ecosystem while leveraging Sarawak's growing role as a strategic industrial [...] The post Sarawak, Penang strengthen partnership in semiconductor sector appeared first on ..

KUCHING (Aug 28): The Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (CVLB) Sarawak is expanding the Bas.My Kuching bus service routes to Taman Riverview to further improve connectivity for residents. CVLB Sarawak chairman Michael Kong said the expansion is part of ongoing efforts to enhance public transport accessibility in the city. "We are looking at expanding our routes [...] The post Bas.My Kuching routes to expand to Taman Riverview appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Aug 28): Balai Ringin assemblyman Datuk Snowdan Lawan is ramping up his campaign to become the next Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) deputy president ahead of the party's Triennial Delegates Conference (TDC) in October. The state Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Art, met with party grassroots leaders from the northern divisions during [...] The post Snowdan intensifies bid for PRS deputy presidency ahead of October TDC appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Aug 28): Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) and Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (STAR) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition as both parties prepare for the upcoming state election. In a joint statement issued after a meeting yesterday, the two parties said they remain focused on maintaining political stability [...] The post PBS, STAR reaffirm commitment to GRS, rule out collaboration with Umno, BN appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (Aug 28): Upgrading works on Kampung Luak multipurpose hall are expected to be completed before the Christmas celebration, said Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting. According to him, the contract for the project began on Aug 25 and will run for four months. "The completion date for this [...] The post Deputy Minister: Kpg Luak hall upgrading works expected to complete before Christmas appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Aug 28): The impressive growth of Sarawak's income from RM6 billion six years ago to RM14 billion at present came from exercising the state's rights, said Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. "It is a sin to take away the rights of others and those who had taken them should return them," [...] The post Premier: A sin to take away rights of others, whats due must be returned appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Aug 28): Sarawak will host the Pacific Asia Travel Association (Pata) Travel Mart 2026 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) on Aug 18-20 next year. The announcement was made during the Pata Gold Awards ceremony at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand. Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) said the event will [...] The post Sarawak to host Pacific Asia Travel Association Travel Mart for the first time appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Aug 28): The Kuching International Tattoo Expo 2025 will return from Sept 5 to 7, featuring tattoo artists from Sarawak and abroad. In a statement today, the organisers said the event will once again be held at the Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) Multi-Purpose Hall, the same venue as last year. They also said [...] The post Kuching International Tattoo Expo 2025 returns Sept 5-7 with artists from Sarawak, abroad appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Aug 28): Melalap assemblyman Datuk Peter Anthony has until Sept 2 to submit his petition for pardon for his conviction and sentence imposed by the Sessions Court, which have been upheld by the Court of Appeal. Sabah State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Speaker Datuk Seri Panglima Kadzim M Yahyaacknowledged that Peter's application to review [...] The post Sabah DUN Speaker: Peter Anthony has until Sept 2 to submit petition for pardon appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 28): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said that the Madani Government had taken into account development priorities proposed by state governments as part of preparations for the recently unveiled 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) and the upcoming Budget 2026. Anwar, who is also Finance Minister, explained that the federal government has [...] The post 13MP, Budget 2026 reflect state-level development priorities, says Anwar appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BINTULU (Aug 28): Universiti Putra Malaysia Sarawak (UPMS) and Konsortium Universiti Universitas Borneo (KUUB) recently participated in Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali's (Unissa) 15th Hafl Al-Takharruj convocation ceremony in Berakas, Brunei Darussalam. A press statement said the move is another step forward in building stronger academic and strategic ties across the Borneo region. UPMS director [...] The post Universiti Putra Malaysia Sarawak strengthens Borneo links by participating ..

MIRI (Aug 28): The STEM Carnival: Green Technology City Design Competition, Miri Division Level 2025, serves as a platform to nurture creativity, innovation and environmental awareness among students, said state Minister of Transport Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin. Officiating at the two-day programme at Pustaka Miri today, Lee commended all those involved in ensuring the [...] The post STEM key to nurturing creativity and sustainability, says Swak Transport Minister appeared first on Borneo Post Online ..

KUCHING (Aug 28): National deaf kegler Siw Sing Hie scored a major breakthrough in her bowling career when she rolled to three gold, one silver and one bronze medals at the 2nd SEA Deaf Games in Jakarta, Indonesia from Aug 20-26. The 35-year-old from Kuching was the standout performer for the Malaysian team which emerged [...] The post Sarawakian kegler Siw eyes Deaflympics after triple gold breakthrough at SEA Deaf Games appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Aug 28): The army's Ninth Infantry Brigade headquarters has received four reports regarding a fraudulent letter requesting donations for a National Day dinner programme at the Sarikei Civic Centre. In a statement, the headquarters said the letter used the name of a staff sergeant from the 510th Territorial Army Regiment at the Sri Rejang [...] The post Public warned of fake letter soliciting donations using name of army staff sergeant appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Aug 28): Persons with disabilities (PwD) drivers and their guardians will soon enjoy easier access to parking facilities with the introduction of standardised parking stickers by the State Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government. Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) deputy chairman Mohammed Abdullah Izkandar Roseley said the stickers will take effect here from [...] The post Standardised parking stickers for PwD drivers, guardians to be introduced in Sarawak appeared first on ..

KUCHING (Aug 28): Thirteen associations representing Malaysia's plantation and commodities sector have called on the federal government to reinvest proceeds from the Windfall Profit Levy (WPL) into the industry through the Ministry of Plantation and Commodities, rather than diverting them into general revenue. In a joint statement yesterday, the associations said the WPL has long [...] The post Reinvest Windfall Profit Levy into industry, plantation groups tell govt appeared first on ..

TANJUNG MANIS (Aug 28): A large-scale Level 3 Search and Rescue Exercise (Sarex) has been carried out at the Rajang estuary, involving 21 agencies and 190 personnel in a joint effort to enhance preparedness for maritime emergencies. The three-day exercise, which concludes today, is coordinated by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) Tanjung Manis Zone [...] The post 21 agencies join large-scale SAR exercise at Rajang estuary appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Aug 28): A total of 1,000 sets of essential goods will be offered at a subsidised price during a sales event at Star Mega Mall here this Aug 30. The sale, organised by Sibu MP Oscar Ling's service centre, is meant to ease the financial burden of households by providing daily essentials at below [...] The post Sibu MP: 1,000 sets of subsidised goods available at Aug 30 sale appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Aug 28): The Democratic Action Party Socialist Youth (Dapsy) Sarawak has urged local authorities not to overlook old 'kampung'-style houses in the city as urban development accelerates. Its secretary George Lam, who is also special assistant to Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii, raised the concern after three families living in Lorong Kedandi, Tabuan [...] The post Families in Tabuan Jaya 'kampung' homes struggle after access road cut off, says Dapsy appeared ..

KUCHING (Aug 28): Senator Dato Ahmad Ibrahim has urged Putrajaya to promptly and transparently reimburse Sarawak for funds spent on projects that fall under federal jurisdiction, stressing that continued delays are placing burden on the state's financial planning and reserves. He said Sarawak has repeatedly stepped in to finance projects constitutionally under the Federal List, [...] The post Funds advanced by Sarawak for federal projects must be repaid transparently, says senator ..

SIBU (Aug 28): Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) chairman Clarence Ting has expressed disappointment with the Public Works Department (JKR) Sibu for cutting down trees along Brooke Drive, Jalan Deshon and Jalan Tun Abdul Rahman without notifying the council. "We understand the trees are along JKR's road and that the decision was made by them. However, [...] The post SMC chairman sees red over tree felling by JKR without council notice appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

TAIYUAN (Aug 28): In the Temple of Guan Yu in the city of Yuncheng, north China's Shanxi Province, towering cypresses and Chinese scholar trees have endured and survived the passage of centuries. From March to July this year, experts gave more than 20 of them a fresh round of care, by inspecting for pests, cleaning [...] The post Northern Chinas ancient trees stand tall thanks to better protection appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

WHEN Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal recently proposed renaming Rafflesia, the world's largest flower, to erase traces of Malaysia's colonial past, the backlash was swift. Many chided him for wasting Parliament's time on a frivolous and absurd idea. But has anyone stopped to wonder why Wan Fayhsal raised such an issue--one he surely knew would [...] The post Folly of erasing parts of our history appeared first on Borneo Post Online .